Mariscal (en. Marshal)

/ma.ʁis.kal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A high military title granted to certain army chiefs.
The marshal led the battle with great courage.
El mariscal lideró la batalla con gran valentía.
A person who has authority or a position of great importance in a specific context.
The kitchen marshal organized the gala dinner.
El mariscal de la cocina organizó la cena de gala.

Etymology

From French 'maréchal', which means 'marshal' or 'knight of the king's household'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

of marshal
It refers to a position or status of higher rank.
de mariscal
field marshal
Specific title for a marshal in a military context related to battlefields.
mariscal de campo
make marshal
To become accustomed to a position of authority or leadership.
hacer mariscal

Related Words

commander
Officer who commands a military group.
comandante
general
High-ranking officer in the army.
general
barracks
Building where soldiers are housed.
cuartel

Slang Meanings

A person who has significant control or influence in a group.
Don't worry, I've always been the marshal of the group.
No te preocupes, siempre he sido el mariscal del grupo.
Someone who takes on leadership in a complicated situation.
She became the marshal during the project crisis.
Ella se convirtió en la mariscal durante la crisis del proyecto.